CONCRETE FINISHING

Document No. BQ-Zuluf- Rev. No Date Page

QCP-050 00 22-JUN-2022 Page 1 of 13

Project Title:

ZULUF AH DEVELOPMENT WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES

B.I. No..10-12322

Contract No.6600050536

Package 1 & Package 2

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Prepared by Reviewed by Noted By Approved by

ARNALDO LUKKA RK Ferruccio Tata Nardini

DOCUMENT QA Manager Contractor SAPMT / PID

CONTROLLER Representative
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REVISION HISTORY

Rev. Date Revision Description Prepared By Reviewed by Noted by Approved by

No. SAPMT

00 22-JUN-2022 Issued for Review and ARNALDO LUKKA RK Ferruccio Tata

Approval Nardini

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Table Index

S/N Description Page

1 Purpose
2 Scope
3 References
4 Responsibilities
5 Tools and Materials
6 Manpower
7 Procedure
8 Quality
9 Safety, Health and Environment

1. Purpose

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To establish, implement and maintain a procedure for concrete placement and installation work to meet
the minimum quality requirement in accordance with the applicable Saudi Aramco and Industry
Standards and Specifications. This applies the CONCRETE FINISHING at the site of Zuluf Ah
Development Water Supply Facilities.

2. Scope

This procedure is applicable to all site CONCRETE FINISHING of Zuluf Ah Development Water
Supply Facilities BI no. 10-12322.

3. References

 SAES-Q-001 – Criteria for Design and Construction of Concrete Structures

 SAES-H-003 – Protective Coatings for Industrial Concrete Structures
 ACI 301 – 16 & ACI 117 FINISHING OF CONCRETE
 ACI 301 – Specifications for Structural Concrete
 ACI 305R – Hot Weather Concreting
 ACI 347 – Guide to Formwork for Concrete
 ACI 309R - Guide for Consolidation of Concrete
 ACI 308 - Standard Practice for Curing Concrete
 ACI 308R – Guide to Curing Concrete
 SATIP-Q-001 - Cast-In-Place Portland Cement Concrete
 SATIP-H-003-01 - Coating Application on Concrete Surfaces

4. RESPONSIBILITIES:

4.1 The QA/QC Manager is responsible for ensuring that the materials to be used are as per the
approved materials submittals. He is also responsible for the continuous checking and
monitoring of all the QA/QC related requirements and procedures with respect to concrete
finishing procedure.

4.2 The Construction Manager shall be responsible to the Project Manager for all activities
performed by site personnel. Ensure that all site work is achieved in a timely manner, on
schedule and in compliance with Municipality and Saudi Aramco Standard requirements, the
approved procedures, specifications, drawings and all relevant documents. Coordinate with
Project Manager for determination of problems that may arise during construction.

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4.3 The Quality Control Inspector/s monitors daily activities verify/check compliance to Client’s
Specifications, IFC Drawings, Saudi Aramco Standard requirements and Applicable Codes and
accordingly prepare and submit RFI’s.

4.4 The Site Safety Officer check personnel and confirm compliance to all safety requirements,
such as wearing Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE). Identify & check work areas for any
unsafe conditions. Coordinate with Construction Manager and Supervisors to ensure work is
carried out in accordance with Project Safety Plan.

5 TOOLS AND MATERIALS:

5.1 Mason’s Trowels (various type)

5.2 Flat Bar
5.3 Spirit Level
5.4 Mason’s Bucket
5.5 Sponge
5.6 Brush
5.7 Carpenter’s Tools
5.8 Absorbent Mats: ASTM C171, Burlap & Polyethylene, minimum 270 gram/square meter
bonded to prevent separation during handling and placing.
5.9 Water: As per SAES-Q-001, Para, 10.2
5.10 Hessian: Weight 0.3 kg/m2, as approved by SAUDI ARAMCO
5.11 Bituminous Paint (APCS-10)
5.12 Approved Concrete Repair & Filler materials ( Cementitious / Epoxy )

6 MANPOWER:

6.1 Foreman
6.2 Masons
6.3 Carpenters
6.4 Labors

7 PROCEDURES:

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The following procedures described herein are intended specifically for the proper execution of the work
related to Concrete Finishing Procedure as per relevant specifications, guidelines and restrictions.

7.1 Concrete Finishing After Pouring

7.1.1 Care shall be taken for the lamination on the plywood form work not to get damaged.
7.1.2 Care shall be taken to avoid Deformation / movement of the form work during
concrete pouring which can cause poor finishing of concrete.
7.1.3 The elevations shall be marked on the form work as per the IFC drawing prior to start
the pouring and finishing shall be done accordingly.
7.1.4 The finishing of concrete shall be in accordance with ACI 301 - 05, and ACI 302.1R.
7.1.5 Upon completion of concrete pouring, skilled masons will be used to get the required
finishing on the top of the concrete according to the project requirement and company
specification.
7.1.6 Care shall be taken by the Site Engr. not to add water / sprinkle water on the top of the
concrete to get smooth finishing.
7.1.7 After vibration and screed-off to level have been completed in each area, an opaque
polyethylene sheet shall be placed over the concrete as soon as possible to avoid risk of
damage to the surface of the concrete. The Polyethylene sheet shall be placed closely to
prevent air circulation and loss of moisture.
7.1.8 As soon as the surface of the concrete has hardened sufficiently to enable it to do
finishing (if required) then the Polyethylene sheet shall be removed, area by area being
finished and the concrete finished as quickly as possible. No water may be added to
the surface for finishing.
7.1.9 Experienced Masons shall be used for the finishing work.
7.1.10 If the finishing operations can be commenced almost directly following the leveling
then the Polyethylene sheet between leveling and finishing shall be omitted. Under no
circumstances shall the fresh concrete surface be exposed to direct sunlight for a
cumulative period of more than one (1) hour.

7.2 Curing of Concrete

7.2.1 Make sure prior to start pouring all materials equipment and man power should ready
for curing.
7.2.2 Curing shall be done in accordance with the ACI-308 & 308 R.
7.2.3 Horizontal Surface

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7.2.3.1 As soon as concrete has taken its initial set (or in case not more than
12hours after completion of casting) the Polyethylene sheet shall be
removed, the concrete surface shall be poured with tested water and
overlaid with saturated hessian. The hessian is to be laid in reasonably
close contact with the surface of the concrete and to be kept continuously
wet. The hessian shall be totally covered with polythene sheet which shall
be in as close contact with the hessian as is necessary to prevent wind
getting into the hessian. Water shall be tested prior to use.
7.2.3.2 Moisture loss from surfaces placed against wooden forms or metal forms
exposed to heating by the sun shall be minimized by keeping the forms
thoroughly wet until they can be safely removed.

7.2.4 Vertical Surface

7.2.4.1 Immediately after each area of the formwork is removed, the surface of the
concrete shall be thoroughly wetted and saturated hessian placed over the
whole area. The hessian is to be laid so as to be in close contact with the
surface of the concrete as it is practicable and to be kept continuously wet.
7.2.4.2 The hessian shall be totally covered with polythene sheets which shall be in
close contact with the hessian as it is necessary to prevent wind getting into
the hessian.
7.2.4.3 Water curing shall be done continuously for 7 days minimum.

7.2.5 Surface Preparation

7.2.5.1 If the moisture content is within the limit, surface preparation shall be
started.
7.2.5.2 The surface to be treated must be sound and perfectly clean. Remove
cement laitance, loose and crumbling parts and all traces of dust, grease, oil
and form release compounds.
7.2.5.3 Ensure that the surface is sufficiently even. Repair and smooth over any
rough areas. Patch and fill all blowholes and air void. All Surfaces shall be
clean and free of foreign matters before application of paint.
7.2.5.4 Cleaning shall be planned properly so that the dust and other contaminants
will not fall on wet and newly painted surfaces.
7.2.5.5 Cracks less than 10 mm wide and holes not exceeding 10 mm in diameter
shall be filled using a qualified epoxy filler or cementitious material before
applying primer/sealer to the surface.

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7.2.5.6 All the sharp edges shall be removed using power grinder with abrasive
discs or by abrasive papers etc.

7.2.6 Coating On Concrete

7.2.8.1 Coating on concrete shall be in accordance with the SAES-H -003.

7.2.8.2 Aramco approved coating materials shall be used.
7.2.8.3 Coating material manufacturer’s instructions shall be followed.
7.2.8.4 The underground and above ground coating shall be according to the
project specification, IFC drawing etc.
7.2.8.5 Surface shall be cleaned properly prior to start application.
7.2.8.6 Expansion and construction joints shall be cleaned and masked off prior to
coating.
7.2.8.7 All the coating surface shall be approved by the Company prior to apply
( relevant RFI shall be raised and signed off )
7.2.8.8 Surface temperature, humidity and due point shall be checked and
confirmed that it is within the allowable limit prior to coating.
7.2.8.9 Material Approval shall be taken for all the coating materials prior to
coating.

8 QUALITY:

8.1 All inspections (RFI) and relevant quality documents must be signed off after completion of
inspection jointly made by SENDAN and ARAMCO.

9 SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT:

To prevent accidents and incidents at work site, proper implementation of safety procedures and requirements
shall be maintained throughout the course of concrete finishing activity.

9.1 Conducts safety orientation with specific subject on concrete finishing activity safety. Make all
involved workers aware of the responsible persons and make each personnel aware of their
specific jobs and their responsibilities for the safety of the entire work force. Safety precautions
shall be discussed and workers shall be made aware of the emergency procedures.
9.2 Provides personal protective equipment’s to all workers involved in the activity which are
necessary for the safe execution of the work as per the Manufacturer’s Recommendations.
9.2.1 General – Gloves must be worn for all work that may result in soiling.
Apron/Coveralls/Protective Clothing must be worn when soiling is so great that

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regular work clothes do not adequately protect skin against contact with the
product. Safety eyewear should be used when there is likelihood of exposure.
9.2.2 Eye/Face Protection – Safety Eyewear complying with approved standard should be
used when risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid
splashes, mist gases or dust. If contact is possible, the following protection should be
worn, unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection, safety glasses
with side shields.
9.2.3 Hand Protection - Wear chemical-resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination
with basic employee training. The quality of the chemical-resistant protective gloves
must be chosen as a function of the specific workplace concentration and quantity of
hazardous substance.
9.3 Implements safety procedures and monitors the entire activity at all times by Safety Officer who
are designated at the site.
9.4 Ensures the safety of personnel, public and equipment must not be compromised and that the
work procedures are according to the approved safety plan.
9.5 Provides and installs warning signs to be posted in designated area of on-going application of
bituminous paint to warn other workers.
9.6 Assure the safety and protect the residents and property owners adjacent to the working area
during painting activity.
9.7 Erect and maintain signs, barricades and other warning control devices within the painting area
for as long as it may be required.

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